1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 19 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 2009 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
