1986 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Debonair | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
