1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 331 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1993 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Riviera | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Magna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |