2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
