1988 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 20 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 5 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 266 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Debonair | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
