2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 179 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cee'd | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
