2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
