2000 Lada 112 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Lada 112 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lada 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 112 | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 112 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
