1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspen | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
