2002 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
