1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 174 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Magna | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3250 mm |