1998 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero and 1998 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 635 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 200. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Pajero | 200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |