1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 319 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galant | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
