1994 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2712 mm |
