1987 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 15 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 121 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup 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 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Magna | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
