1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
