1986 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 24 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 307 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2010 Suzuki Equator 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. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Pajero | Equator |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |