2006 Honda Element vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
