1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 379 kg more than 1978 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 Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Galant | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |