1986 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 958 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mitsubishi Magna | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Magna | Touareg |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |