2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3000 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
