1988 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Pajero | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
