1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
Model | V6 | Debonair |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |