1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magna | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
