1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 986 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 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
