1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 201 kg more than 1993 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadmaster | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
