1998 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 24 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
