2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1448 kg more than 1980 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
