1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 386 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
