1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |
