2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LaCrosse | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
