1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Magna | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |