1987 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
