2005 Ford Ka vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 21 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, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ka | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
