1987 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
