1987 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Magna | 405 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
