1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V. 2012 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Pajero | CR-V |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |