1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
