1998 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
