1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 880 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
