2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Magna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2730 mm |
