1988 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 17 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
