1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
Model | Avanti | Debonair |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |