2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
