2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HR-V | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
