2008 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Magna |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |