1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 108 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Galant | Getz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
