2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 813 kg more than 1978 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
