1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carisma | Galant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
