2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outlander | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
