2005 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 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 Focus (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
