2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-250 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
