1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 24 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Pajero | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
