2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
