2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 348 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sprinter | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2477 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
