1970 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 67 L |
