1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1986 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 (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1030 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 |
