1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
