2005 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1988 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S4 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
