1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 553 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Pajero | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
