2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1862 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2430 mm |
