1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
