2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
