2003 Honda Inspire vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. 2003 Honda Inspire has automatic transmission and 1993 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Honda Inspire | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Inspire | Magna |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |