1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Galant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
