2012 Toyota Avalon vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Avalon | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalon | Magna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2730 mm |
