1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
