2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 580 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
