1964 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 390 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Because 1964 AC Cobra 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 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair, 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1964 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1964 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
