2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1474 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2520 mm |
