2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 574 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galaxy | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
