2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pathfinder | Magna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |