2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
