1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Magna | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
