1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Jazz | Galant |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |