1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1995 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Century weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 1995 Toyota Century. 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, 1995 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1995 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1995 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |