2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 653 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 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commander | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
