1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1992 Ford Sierra and 1992 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sierra | Magna |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |