2010 Acura TL vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 353 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura TL | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Magna |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1688 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2730 mm |
