1991 Lada Samara vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1991 Lada Samara and 1991 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 414 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 1991 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Samara | Magna |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |