1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Concerto | Pajero |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |