1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
