2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat is newer by 21 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Lagreat | 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lagreat | Debonair |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |