2003 Ford GT vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 355 kg more than 1976 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT | Galant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
