2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 685 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1987 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Pilot 1987 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Pilot Magna
Year Released 2007 1987
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 2555 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 244 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2600 mm


 

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