2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 443 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Patriot | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
