2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
