2009 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1991 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
