1982 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Volvo 240 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Volvo 240. 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 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 240. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Debonair | 240 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |