1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1977 Opel Commodore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
