1986 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Debonair | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
