1986 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Galant |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |