1996 Honda Today vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Today | Magna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
