1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1997 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
