1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tahoe | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
