2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1979 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 Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Range Rover | Debonair |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |