1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 269 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Galant | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |