1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 10 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trans Sport | Magna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |
