2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1984 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 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Yukon | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
