1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 20 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Pajero | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
