1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. 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 88 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 480 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Magna | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
