2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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 CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
