1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 304 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattro | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
