1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
