1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Mustang 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 1987 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Magna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
