2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
