1979 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Debonair | XF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 237 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2908 mm |
