1984 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Pajero | Terios |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
