1994 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 435 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2685 mm |
