1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 275 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 15 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
