1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 358 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camaro | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
