2008 Kia Carens vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carens | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
