1984 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Corrado |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |