1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 31 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Pajero | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |