1987 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 363 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
