1995 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 112 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
