2002 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
