1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempra | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
