2004 Honda Life vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 548 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 1991 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Magna |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |