1987 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara. 1990 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
