1977 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Galant |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
