1982 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1991 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 9 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 3 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Debonair | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
