1983 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Debonair | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 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 | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2512 mm |
