1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 394 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
