1986 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair, 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Debonair | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
