2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 715 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
