1992 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 41 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
