1988 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, both 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair and 1988 Renault 25 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 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 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Debonair | 25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |