1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 575 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caprice | Magna |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |