2003 Acura RSX vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 16 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, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 378 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RSX. 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RSX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
