2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 544 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
