2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 168 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
