1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1313 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Galant | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
