1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
