2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 390 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 Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
