1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
