2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
