2009 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
