2000 Nissan Primera vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Primera | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
