1984 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Debonair | Verada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
