1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria 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) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Galant |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
