2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 203 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Defender | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2835 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1855 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
