1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 550 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
