1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero and 1999 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 710 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Quantum |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |