2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1474 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2520 mm |
