2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 137 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CLC | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
