2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 25 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 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 113 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trajet | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
