2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
