1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
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1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Galant | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |