1995 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Magna | 5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |