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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
