1970 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Debonair | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
