1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
