1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 115 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taunus | Galant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
