1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 645 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondial | Galant |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
