1981 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
