2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
