1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 29 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galant | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
