1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 658 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
