2009 Audi A5 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A5 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
