1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cortina | Galant |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1165 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 |