1981 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 454 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1984 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Debonair | 5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |