2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 98 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Frontera | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
