1989 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1991 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Magna | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2080 mm |
