2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
