1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
