2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 13 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kappa | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
