1980 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 575 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Debonair | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
