1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 13 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bigua | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
