1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, both 1988 Mitsubishi Magna and 1988 Buick Century were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (150 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 Buick Century (270 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. 1988 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1988 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
| Model | Magna | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2662 mm |
