1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Magna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
