1998 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 195 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |