1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Lancia Prisma is newer by 1 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 650 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Prisma. 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 (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Prisma | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prisma | Pajero |
Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |