1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 990 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 323 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
