1992 Ford Laser vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Laser | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laser | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
