1989 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 97 kg more than 1989 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Debonair | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
