2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2004 Lancia Musa (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Musa | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
