1986 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
