1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 10 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattro | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
