1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
