1978 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Galant |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
