1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 565 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Galant |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |