2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1970 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1970 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1970 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | STS-V | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |