2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 94 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
