1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 24 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Magna | Cruze |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |