1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 21 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 133 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| 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 | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
