1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Debonair |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |