2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 19 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Azera. 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Hyundai Azera 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. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Azera | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |