1981 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 28 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Debonair | Equator |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |