1983 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Monteverdi |
| Model | Debonair | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
