1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 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 20 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 184 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Galant | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
