1971 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
