1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 522 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |