1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 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 Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2430 mm |
