2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
