1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Altima. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2007 Nissan Altima 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. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | Altima |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |