1993 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
