1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 168 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
