1993 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 367 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Magna | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
