1984 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 92 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |