2002 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Galant | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
