1995 GMC Safari vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 745 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.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 GMC Safari | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Safari | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
