1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
