2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1691 kg more than 1980 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 F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
