2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2180 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excursion | Galant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
