1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercury |
| Model | Galant | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
