1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
