1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1985 Mazda 323 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 55 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 323 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1220 kg |
