2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1993 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery | Magna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
