1999 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
