1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Galant and 1998 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Galant | Sunny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |