2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | YRV | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
