1970 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 39 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 112 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair has manual transmission. 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Debonair | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
