2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (355 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
