1998 Ford Contour vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 11 kg more than 1991 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
