2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 772 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
