1990 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Debonair | Prius |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
