1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
