1987 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 565 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pajero | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
