2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 583 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2123 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
