2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 695 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Pajero | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
