1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 276 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Pajero | Musso |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
