1999 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
