1986 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 154 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Debonair | Quest |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
