2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Crown Victoria 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Crown Victoria Magna
Year Released 2004 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 239 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 235 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2730 mm


 

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