2003 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
