2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1981 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Pajero | Ballade |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 318 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |