2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elise | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
