2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 607 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
