2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carnival | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
