1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 567 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. 2000 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Galant | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1376 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
