1989 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 959. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Pajero | 959 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
