1981 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 52 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Debonair | Murano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
