2001 Honda Z vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
