1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 22 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 485 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Pajero | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
