1990 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 10 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 44 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, 2000 Saturn L (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Debonair | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
