1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
