1985 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 11 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Magna | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
