1988 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair and 1987 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Debonair | Celica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |