1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 107 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Pajero | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
