1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Galant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
