2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2008 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda 5 | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 5 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |