1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Galant |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
