2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 418 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
