1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 18 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Omega |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
