1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dacia |
Model | Galant | Duster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2673 mm |