1987 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Debonair | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
