1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattro | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
