2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 30 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |