2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 14 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 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B 10. 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B 10 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
