1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meteor | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
