2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 970 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Pajero | 100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
