2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1673 kg more than 1973 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 Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
