1998 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Laurel | Pajero |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |