1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
