2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 18 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stratus | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
