2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-350 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2520 mm |
