1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 333 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Galant | Escape |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
