1985 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 4 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1985 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Mitsubishi Magna | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Magna | 6000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |