1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
