1970 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1993 Westfield ZEI is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 605 kg more than 1993 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1993 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Westfield |
| Model | Debonair | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
