2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1318 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
