1992 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 610 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1992 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Magna | Escape |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2554 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |