2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 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 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rexton | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
