1984 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 986 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |