1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 28 kg more than 1998 Volvo S90.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Pajero | S90 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
