2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nubira | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
