1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avanti | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
