1989 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Debonair | XJ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
