1991 Ford Orion vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1991 Ford Orion is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Orion | Galant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
