1990 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
