1996 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1996 Ford Thunderbird 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 1996 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. 1996 Ford Thunderbird 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. 1996 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Thunderbird | Magna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |