2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 29 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 202 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lumina | Debonair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 | 1592 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |