1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 630 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Pajero | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
