1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Scorpio | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scorpio | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
