2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 448 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
