2003 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Magna | 930 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
