1980 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 16 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 2 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Debonair | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1640 kg |
