1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zeta | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
