1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
