2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
