1987 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Debonair | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
