1988 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 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 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Debonair | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
