1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 186 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 610 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
