1984 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 124 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Debonair | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
