1998 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
