1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ascona | Galant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
