1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caravan | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
