2005 Acura TL vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 21 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 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
