1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
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1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Pajero | Fusion |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |