2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 198 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
