1980 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 893 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Debonair | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
