1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 23 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. Both 1978 Mitsubishi Galant and 2001 Opel Signum are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 233 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Signum |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
