1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caprice | Pajero |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |