1990 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 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, 1997 Renault Espace (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Debonair | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
