2003 MCC ForFour vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForFour (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ForFour | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
