2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
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 Mitsubishi Pajero (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
