2002 Dodge M80 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 705 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M80 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
