1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 1 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Serena | Magna |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |