1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 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 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair has manual transmission. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
