1995 Acura Legend vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 247 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legend | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
