2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Pajero | 505 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
