1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 19 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 6,250 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 787 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.
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, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Chiron | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
