2012 Toyota Prius vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 111 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Prius | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prius | Magna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
