1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, both 1999 Hyundai Tiburon and 1999 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Hyundai Tiburon 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Hyundai Mitsubishi
Model Tiburon Magna
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 205 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2730 mm


 

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