1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 124 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.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Magna | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
