1986 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, both 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair and 1986 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 190 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 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Debonair | 928 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |