2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-350 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
