1996 Honda Today vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Today | Galant |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |