1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
