2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sprinter | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2700 mm |
