1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
