1990 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 1 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legend | Magna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
