1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indigo. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
Model | Pajero | Indigo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |