2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 106 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2123 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
