1987 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 26 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Debonair | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
