1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 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 38 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 156 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Magna | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
