1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 1 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
