1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 955 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Galant | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3350 mm |
