1989 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 21 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2010 Cadillac BLS 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. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
Model | Pajero | BLS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |