1993 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 10 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Toyota Caldina.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Caldina. 2003 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1993 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
