1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 290 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. 2012 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Magna | 6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2789 mm |