1990 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 17 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 385 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Debonair | Raider |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 319 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 | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
