2004 Mini One vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | One | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
