1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 29 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Pajero | A8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3122 mm |