1984 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Debonair | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
