1979 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Debonair | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
