1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 21 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 343 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Pajero | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
