1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Galant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
