1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magna | Galant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
