1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 393 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
