2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
