2001 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Magna | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
