1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |