1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 99 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spirit | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
