1989 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Debonair | 800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
