1988 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. Both 1988 Hyundai Sonata and 1996 Mitsubishi Magna are equipped with a 2,351 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 157 kg more than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Hyundai Sonata | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sonata | Magna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
