1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
