2005 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 364 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Debonair |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |