1979 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2000 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, 2000 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Prowler.

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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Mitsubishi Debonair 2000 Plymouth Prowler
Make Mitsubishi Plymouth
Model Debonair Prowler
Year Released 1979 2000
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 0 HP
Torque 206 Nm 610 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2880 mm


 

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