1988 Honda Legend vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 38 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1991 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1991 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Magna |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |