2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Ford C-MAX is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford C-MAX (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 209 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C-MAX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
