2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TE-50 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
