2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fusion | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
