1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 472 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 1981 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | Stanza |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |