1978 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 378 kg more than 1978 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
Model | Debonair | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |