1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | RX-4 | Debonair |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |