1981 Kia Brisa vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 810 kg more than 1981 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Kia Brisa | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Brisa | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
