1998 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
