1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
