1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 55 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 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Magna | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
