1988 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Pajero | A4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2809 mm |