2008 BMW 116 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 28 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 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 116 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
