1989 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 15 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Xedos |
| Model | Magna | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
