1980 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
Model | Debonair | AIV |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2554 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |