2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 23 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Atos | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
