1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 33 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 448 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
