2001 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
