2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tonka | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2700 mm |
