2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
