1978 Skoda L vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 8 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Skoda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | L | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
