1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2005 Saturn LW is newer by 15 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, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn LW. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Pajero | LW |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
