2002 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
