1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Magna | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
