1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1984 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pantera | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
