2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
