2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Venture | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venture | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
