1998 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 1998 Holden Statesman and 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1998 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Statesman | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Statesman | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
