1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2790 mm |
