2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Galant | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
