2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 22 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 970 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sequoia | Magna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
