1981 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1968 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Debonair | GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 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 | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
