2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 641 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
