2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 802 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
