2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 754 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
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2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Pajero | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |