1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Nissan Patrol 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. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3075 mm |