1988 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 22 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, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Pajero | Carens |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
