1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 6 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 430 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.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Magna | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |