1971 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 103 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Galant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
