1988 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Debonair | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
