1981 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 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 32 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Debonair | 914 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
