1998 Toyota Camry vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 41 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Camry | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camry | Magna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
