1978 Ford LTD vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ford LTD 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model LTD Galant
Year Released 1978 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 2971 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 296 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2640 mm


 

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