1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Galant | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
