2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 254 kg more than 1985 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CLK | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
