2006 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1984 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 Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
