1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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 84 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 568 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mitsubishi Galant 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Galant Minica
Year Released 1998 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1834 cc 548 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 642 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2270 mm


 

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