2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
