1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Magna |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |