2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1111 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Acadia | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1030 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 |
