1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 217 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Serena. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Serena |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
