1988 Toyota Carina vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,553 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carina | Magna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
