2009 Audi A5 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 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 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A5 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |