1987 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 10 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pajero | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
