1998 Ford Probe vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1998 Ford Probe and 1998 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Probe | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Probe | Magna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |