1987 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 145 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
