1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 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 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
