2002 Acura CL vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Magna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
