2007 BMW X5 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
