2004 Acura EL vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 8 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Acura EL.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | EL | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
