1985 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Magna | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
