1993 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Magna | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
