1991 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 244 kg more than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trooper | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
