1987 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 192 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
| Model | Debonair | xD |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
