2008 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 422 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
