1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Galant |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
