1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 277 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SLK | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
