2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Lincoln Continental is newer by 27 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lincoln Continental (217 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lincoln Continental | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
