1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cortina | Galant |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |