1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Pajero | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
