1990 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 189 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
