1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
