1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
