1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
