1996 Mitsubishi Challenger vs. 1987 Nissan Mid4
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Mid4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Mid4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 546 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | 1987 Nissan Mid4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | Mid4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
