1986 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 717 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
