1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 8 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Caldina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |