1988 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 835 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Debonair | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
