2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 250 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
