2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 685 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pajero | Astro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
