1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (190 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Astra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
