2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
