1996 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | Integra | Galant |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |