1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 272 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
