1990 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 705 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.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Magna | Safari |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
