1987 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 431 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
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1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2489 mm |