1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 372 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 208 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
