1986 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
