1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
