1985 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 13 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 13 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
