1986 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Falcon (120 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
