1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 334 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scorpio | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
