2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 406 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (234 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allroad | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
