2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 28 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 774 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freestar | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
