1991 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
