1996 Kia Avella vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Avella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avella | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
