1985 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
