1993 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astro | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
