1989 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
