1990 Ford Laser vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laser | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
