1982 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 28 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1982 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Bentley |
Model | Debonair | Azure |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3117 mm |