2005 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
