1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
Model | Avanti | Debonair |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |