1985 Dodge 600 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1985 Dodge 600 and 1985 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Dodge 600. 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge 600. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
