1997 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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 Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
