1983 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
