2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 137 kg more than 1979 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tonka | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2520 mm |
