1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scorpio | Galant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
