1986 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 742 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. 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 2003 Seat Arosa. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
