1989 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 1989 Ford Escort and 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Pajero |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |