1976 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Torino (95 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 620 kg more than 1984 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Torino | Galant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
