1990 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Magna | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
