1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (239 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Pajero | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
