1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 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 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
