1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 26 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 365 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, 2003 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Signum |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
