2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 69 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
