1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 143 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Venture | Pajero |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |