1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
