1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 27 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Beetle |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2537 mm |