2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outlander | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
