1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 374 kg more than 1987 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Galant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
