1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1981 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Galant |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |