1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 78 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taunus | Galant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
