1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Pajero |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |