2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Defender | Magna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |