1985 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 22 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 22 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 352 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magna | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
