1986 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |