2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Galant | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
