1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 8 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 354 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ascari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ecosse | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
