1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Magna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
