1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Celica | Magna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |