1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1984 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2610 mm |
