1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
