2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 29 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Equinox | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
