2001 BMW Compact vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1982 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Compact | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
