2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
