1983 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
