1986 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Jetta |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |