1989 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Pajero | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
