2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Pajero | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 110 L |
