2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus X (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
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2009 Ford Taurus X | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus X | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 259 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |