1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |