1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 24 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 448 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota RunX. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | RunX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
