1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galant | Nova |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
