1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 355 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Vauxhall Victor 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1958 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1958 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Vauxhall Victor 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Vauxhall Mitsubishi
Model Victor Magna
Year Released 1958 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1507 cc 2555 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2730 mm


 

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