1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 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, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Crown Victoria | Galant |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |