2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ducato | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
