1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1985 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Crown Victoria | Galant |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |