1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 6 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, 2000 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 290 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 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Magna | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
