2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1002 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Acadia | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
