1998 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero and 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 68 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 640 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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 Toyota Caldina. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Caldina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |