1968 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
