1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 409 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2013 Infiniti JX 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. 2013 Infiniti JX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Infiniti |
Model | Pajero | JX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4989 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1722 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2901 mm |