2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 18 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 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 268 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tucson | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1668 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
