1984 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
