1980 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 12 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. Both 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair and 1992 Mitsubishi Magna are equipped with a 2,554 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Debonair | Magna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
