1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Galant |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |