1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 21 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Pajero | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
