2006 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
