1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 4 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 432 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo. 1994 Ford Tempo 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. 1994 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | Tempo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |