2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
