2010 Ford Edge vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1985 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 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Edge | Magna |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2600 mm |
