1991 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. 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 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Debonair | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
