1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 26 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Galant | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3967 mm |
