1986 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 16 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 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Debonair | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
