2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 368 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DTS | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
