1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Galant | 2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2489 mm |
