1984 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | Armada |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |