2000 GMC Safari vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 22 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 790 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Galant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |