1985 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 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 39 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
