1989 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Daewoo |
| Model | Pajero | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
