1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maverick | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
